Death and Eternal Life

I first read John Hick about 12 years ago and this was the first of his books. My understanding of Christianity in general and the nature of life and death in particular were significantly altered by this book and others by Hick.Imagine taking a ride through the various theories of life after death as presented by various religions, each one being presented so that you say, "Wow -- now this is it." Hick, in his masterful way, then says, "No, not really, and here's why..." So, throughout the book (although the first 200 pages are less thrilling)you are being led through this maze all the time wondering if, by the time the book ends, you're doing be presented with something that makes sense. The ride is worth it -- you are well rewarded. Again, nearly anything by Hick is worth reading, but this is a book to settle down into and give yourself up to. It's not light reading by any means, but it is fascinating.